Bedford County's 2026 population is estimated at 48,045, reflecting a 0.42% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Bedford County is the 45th largest county in Pennsylvania. The 2010 population was 49,697 and has grown -3.32% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 47.5 years
Female: 48.2 years
Male: 46.3 years
There are 38,279 adults, (11,391 of whom are seniors) in Bedford County.
Female: 23,786 (50.1%)
Male: 23,727 (49.9%)
The racial composition of Bedford County includes 95.55% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, Black or African American, Asian, other race, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 45,397 | 95.55% |
| Two or more races | 1,301 | 2.74% |
| Black or African American | 342 | 0.72% |
| Asian | 247 | 0.52% |
| Other race | 195 | 0.41% |
| Native American | 31 | 0.07% |
Bedford County 's average per capita income is $42,102. Household income levels show a median of $59,992. The poverty rate stands at 11.55%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $89,603 | $100,392 |
| Families | $80,549 | $92,963 |
| Households | $59,992 | $77,365 |
| Non Families | $32,042 | $44,699 |
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